Name:
Stromatolite on Wooden Base
Age: Precambrian
Formation: Stromatolite Beds
Location: Lingbi City, Anhui Province, China
Size: Stromatolite is about 10 inches across
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This is a very striking stromatolite slab from a new site in China. Authorities believe that stromatolites were formed by masses of green or blue-green algae, or ''cyanobacteria''. This natural stromatolite fomation is quite distinct and shows the unique pattern of deposition beautifully. The structure is beautifully displayed, and the different shades of mineral replacement are easily seen. The specimen is mounted on a custom wooden base for optimal display. This is an excellent example of this very rare stromatolite that is estimated to be 1.2 billion years old!
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